The Bear Cave Ep. 1 - Oliver Mando

The Bear Cave kicks off with its very first episode, featuring Oliver Mando and host Miles Finn. In this opening conversation, Oliver shares his journey from growing up in Zagreb to studying in Shanghai and Singapore, building a music studio in a bomb shelter, working in music and events, and eventually finding his way back home to AISZ. Oliver and Miles explore international school life, following your passions, the value of authentic learning, and how schools can create real opportunities for students to discover who they are. They also dive into AISZ’s 60th anniversary, the school’s refreshed brand identity, upcoming community projects, spirit wear, the gala, and the bigger vision behind building culture at AISZ. A conversation about creativity, community, change and what it means to help students find their place in the world.